Technologist I

Eurofins•Centennial, CO

15h•$24 - $26

About The Position

The Technologist I performs laboratory testing by following established procedures, calculates and reports results, and operates, calibrates, maintains, and conducts performance checks on laboratory analyzers and equipment. The role includes preparing and evaluating reagents, media, and calibrators; carrying out quality-control procedures; conducting routine testing and assay validations; confirming and verifying results; and supporting quality assurance, continuous improvement, and laboratory safety programs. The technologist uses laboratory information systems or other approved methods to report patient results accurately and follows Standard Operating Procedures and documentation requirements. The role supports Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, ethics, quality policy, and quality management system. Employees are expected to demonstrate good workmanship, follow procedures and training requirements, maintain accurate records, and comply with safety and exposure procedures, including use of provided safety clothing and equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology, from an accredited institution.
Appropriate state license to perform clinical laboratory testing if required by the state where the laboratory is located.
0–2 years of related experience.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
Knowledge of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology principles as related to medical technology.
Knowledge of recent developments in medical technology.
Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and accurately observe and record test results.
Skill in using medical laboratory equipment.
Strong communication skills and analytical thinking.
Competence in routine testing for many tests performed within the department.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned laboratory tests within laboratory specialties according to prescribed procedures and calculate results as needed.
Operate, calibrate, conduct performance checks on, and maintain laboratory analyzers and equipment.
Recognize and correct basic analyzer malfunctions and notify management when appropriate.
Prepare reagents or media according to prescribed procedures and evaluate media, reagents, and calibrators against established criteria.
Conduct quality-control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluate results and implement corrective action when indicated.
Determine performance specifications for new methods.
Perform instrument maintenance and maintenance of QC reagents and kits.
Perform routine testing, including assay validations, and confirm and verify results using knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers.
Monitor quality assurance and continuous improvement programs, as well as laboratory safety programs in compliance with regulations.
Accurately and effectively report patient results using laboratory information systems or other methods, following established procedures.
Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform freezer, refrigerator, and incubator maintenance.
Perform QC reagents needed for patient testing and routine testing for many tests within the department.
Follow Eurofins DPT quality management requirements, including good workmanship, training, good documentation practices, and accurate recordkeeping.
Comply with safety and exposure procedures, including use of provided safety clothing and equipment.
Support Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics.